(a) As appropriate, the presiding ALJ shall prepare a proposal for decision containing the following items:
- (1) separately stated findings of fact and conclusions of law; and
- (2) a proposed order.
- (b) The ALJ may amend the proposal for decision pursuant to exceptions, replies to exceptions, and briefs.
- (c) The ALJ shall submit the proposal for decision to the board's headquarters, with a copy to each party.
- (d) Except as otherwise provided or prohibited by these rules and other applicable law, the board's general counsel may issue procedural directives relating to matters that arise after the submission of the proposal for decision to the board and that are not delegated to the office for action or decision.
Source Note:The provisions of this §249.36 adopted to be effective March 31, 1999, 24 TexReg 2304.